In conflict situations, emotional and physical boundaries set the tone for how conflict will be handled, and even when/how conflict will arise. For some, a lack of boundaries creates contact that is more intrusive than intimate; for others, too many boundaries create alienation and distrust between partners. We often hear from clients that the boundaries [...]
We talk a lot about managing your differences and learning to see them as opportunities to grow as a couple. Quite often, subjective things like “opposite personalities” are opportunities to express respect and trust, and don’t have to be what breaks the relationship apart. Helping couples in trouble see that is part of why we [...]
By alfaprima
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Also posted in Passive Aggressive Behavior, Relationship Repair
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Tagged aggression, appreciation, Cold Shoulder, conflict, conflict resolution, confrontation, emotions, forgiveness, Healthy Marriage, humiliation, reconciliation, resentment, verbal abuse
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Much of the conflict in our lives begins when we feel that we are suffering (either alone or at the hands of those we’re in conflict with).Brian Lynch, M.D., has shared his thoughts on suffering and how we can see it in a different way. This helps tremendously when trying to create more peace and [...]
By alfaprima
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Also posted in Healthy Marriage, Passive Aggressive Behavior, Relationship Repair, Relationships, Self-Esteem
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Tagged abuse, anger, appreciation, conflict resolution, Emotional Abuse, emotions, frustration, hidden anger, humiliation, passive aggression, peace, repressed anger
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According to a new research study conducted by the American Psychological Society, men and women have different criteria for feeling happy in a relationship. Yeah, shocker, right? However, the criteria this particular study found is interesting, and could help you understand better what your partner needs from you during conflict. Couples were brought in and [...]
By alfaprima
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Also posted in Healthy Marriage, Passive Aggressive Behavior, Relationships, Self-Esteem
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Tagged anger, angry husband, attitude change, communication, conflict resolution, domestic violence, empathy, feelings, frustration, happiness, Healthy Marriage, healthy relationships, identification, love, positive emotions
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Your communication style is important to recognize and define, as it affects how people react to you and how they address your needs. In the workplace, it can be especially important to know how you are communicating (and thus how you are perceived) as a professional colleague. It is also important in personal relationships, in [...]
By neilwarner
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Also posted in Emotional Abuse, Passive Aggressive Behavior, Relationship Repair, Self-Esteem
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Tagged aggression, appreciation, attitude change, conflict resolution, confrontation, control, critique, Emotional Abuse, emotions, feelings, frustration, Healthy Marriage, healthy relationships, love, negative emotions, recognition, Relationships
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